Institutions in Ekiti, Nigeria — Universities, Polytechnics, Hospitals & More (2026)
Complete directory of all 43 accredited institutions in Ekiti — 39 universities, 1 polytechnic(s), 1 teaching hospital(s) and more.
43Total
39Universities
1Polytechnics
1Teaching Hospitals
1Specialist Hospitals
1Schools of Health Technology
Ekiti has 43 accredited institutions as of 2026.
There are 39 universities in Ekiti (10 federal, 10 state, 19 private).
Teaching hospital: Federal Teaching Hospital Ido-Ekiti.
See the Ekiti overview, LGAs or history.
| Category | Federal | State | Private | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🎓 Universities | 10 | 10 | 19 | 39 |
| 🏛️ Polytechnics | 1 | — | — | 1 |
| 🏥 Teaching Hospitals | 1 | — | — | 1 |
| 🩺 Specialist Hospitals | — | 1 | — | 1 |
| 💊 Schools of Health Technology | — | 1 | — | 1 |
| TOTAL | 12 | 12 | 19 | 43 |
Courses at Universities in Ekiti:
Universities in Ekiti offer Medicine & Surgery, Engineering, Law, Pharmacy, Sciences, Social Sciences, Arts & Humanities, Agriculture, Education, Business Administration, Architecture, Information Technology and more — subject to NUC accreditation.
Visit Ahmadu Bello University for the full accredited programme list.
Accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC). Federal universities: Ahmadu Bello University, Air Force Institute of Technology, Federal University Kashere, Federal University Lafia, Federal University of Applied Sciences Kachia, Federal University of Education Zaria, Federal University of Technology Akure, Federal University Oye-Ekiti, Nigerian Defence Academy, Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto. 19 private universities also operate in Ekiti.
#1
Ahmadu Bello University
ABU
Zaria, Ekiti
Established 1962
Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) is one of Nigeria's oldest and most prestigious universities, established in 1962. It is a leading research institution in West Africa.
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#2
Air Force Institute of Technology
AFIT
Kaduna, Ekiti
Established 2018
AFIT is a specialized federal university focused on aerospace, aviation and engineering.
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#3
Federal University Kashere
FUK
Kashere, Ekiti
Established 2011
Federal University Kashere (FUK) is a federal university established in 2011 by the Federal Government of Nigeria under the leadership of President Goodluck Jonathan. It is located in Kashere, Gombe State.
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#4
Federal University Lafia
FULAFIA
Lafia, Ekiti
Established 2011
Federal University Lafia (FULAFIA) is a federal university established in 2011 by the Federal Government of Nigeria. It is located in Lafia, the capital of Nasarawa State, and offers diverse programmes in sciences, arts, social sciences, agriculture, and medicine.
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#5
Federal University of Applied Sciences Kachia
FUASK
Kachia, Ekiti
Established 2025
First specialized Federal University of Applied Sciences in Nigeria, established in 2025.
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#6
Federal University of Education Zaria
FUEZ
Zaria, Ekiti
Established 2023
Federal University of Education, Zaria focuses on teacher training and education programmes.
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#7
Federal University of Technology Akure
FUTA
Akure, Ekiti
Established 1981
Federal University of Technology Akure (FUTA) is a leading federal university of technology established in 1981. It is renowned for excellence in engineering, sciences, and technology.
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#8
Federal University Oye-Ekiti
FUOYE
Oye-Ekiti, Ekiti
Established 2011
Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) is a federal university established in 2011. It is known for innovation, academic excellence and rapid growth with campuses in Oye and Ikole.
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#9
Nigerian Defence Academy
NDA
Kaduna, Ekiti
Established 1964
The Nigerian Defence Academy is a military university that trains officers for the Nigerian Armed Forces.
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#10
Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto
UDUSOK
Sokoto, Ekiti
Established 1975
Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto (UDUSOK), formerly University of Sokoto, is a major federal university established in 1975. Named after Sheikh Usman Dan Fodio, it is known for its strong programmes in Islamic Studies, Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, Law, Agriculture and Sciences. It is regarded as one of the most peaceful universities in Nigeria.
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#11
Achievers University
Achievers
Owo, Ekiti
Established 2007
Achievers University is a private university established in 2007 known for quality education in sciences, engineering and health fields.
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#12
Afe Babalola University Ado-Ekiti
ABUAD
Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti
Established 2009
Afe Babalola University (ABUAD) is a leading private university founded in 2009 by Aare Afe Babalola (SAN). It is known for world-class facilities, strong law, medicine and engineering programmes.
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#13
Ave Maria University Piyanko
AMU
Piyanko, Ekiti
Established 2021
Ave Maria University Piyanko is a Catholic private university established in 2021. It emphasizes faith-based education, moral values and entrepreneurship.
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#14
Bingham University
Bingham
Karu, Ekiti
Established 2005
Bingham University is a private Christian university established in 2005 by the Evangelical Church Winning All (ECWA). It is known for moral values, academic excellence and strong health sciences programmes.
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#15
Clifford University
CLU
Ihie, Ekiti
Established 2016
Clifford University is a Seventh-day Adventist private university established in 2016 emphasizing excellence, faith and service.
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#16
College of Petroleum and Energy Studies
CPES
Kaduna, Ekiti
Specialized institution focused on petroleum, energy and related fields.
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#17
Elizade University
Elizade
Ilara-Mokin, Ekiti
Established 2012
Elizade University is a private university founded in 2012 by Chief Michael Ade-Ojo. It is known for modern facilities and strong programmes in Engineering and Sciences.
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#18
Franco British International University
FBIU
Kaduna, Ekiti
Established 2023
Franco British International University offers a blend of British and French education systems.
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#19
Greenfield University
GFU
Kaduna, Ekiti
Established 2019
Greenfield University is a modern private university focused on quality education and innovation.
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#20
Hillside University of Science and Technology
HUST
Okemesi, Ekiti
Established 2023
Hillside University of Science and Technology (HUST) is a modern private university focused on science, technology and innovation.
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#21
Iconic Open University
IOU
Sokoto, Ekiti
Established 2023
Iconic Open University is a private open and distance learning institution offering flexible academic programmes.
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#22
Mewar International University Masaka
MIU
Masaka, Ekiti
Established 2021
Mewar International University (MIU) is a private university with Indian roots established in 2021. It blends international standards with local relevance and offers strong programmes in Computing, Sciences and Management.
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#23
North-Eastern University
NEU
Gombe, Ekiti
Established 2022
North-Eastern University (formerly Pen Resource University) is the first private university in Gombe State, established to provide quality education with a focus on innovation and regional development.
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#24
Northwest University Sokoto
NWU
Sokoto, Ekiti
Established 2023
Northwest University is a private institution committed to academic excellence and innovation in various disciplines.
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#25
Phoenix University Agwada
PUA
Agwada, Ekiti
Established 2023
Phoenix University Agwada is a private university established in 2023. It focuses on practical, industry-relevant education in sciences, computing, agriculture and management.
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#26
Rhema University
Rhema
Aba, Ekiti
Established 2009
Rhema University is a private Christian university established in 2009 committed to academic excellence and moral values.
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#27
Saisa University of Medical Sciences and Technology
SAISA
Sokoto, Ekiti
Established 2022
Saisa University is a private specialized university focused on medical sciences, health technology and allied health programmes.
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#28
Venite University
Venite
Iloro-Ekiti, Ekiti
Established 2023
Venite University is a private university located in Iloro-Ekiti committed to academic excellence and moral values.
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#29
Wesley University
Wesley
Ondo, Ekiti
Established 2007
Wesley University is a private Christian university established in 2007 by the Methodist Church Nigeria.
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#30
Adekunle Ajasin University
AAUA
Akungba-Akoko, Ekiti
Established 1982
Adekunle Ajasin University (AAUA) is a state university established in 1982. It offers diverse programmes in Arts, Sciences, Education, Law, Agriculture and Social Sciences.
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#31
Bamidele Olumilua University of Education Science and Technology
BOUESTI
Ikere-Ekiti, Ekiti
Established 2020
Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science and Technology (BOUESTI), formerly College of Education Ikere-Ekiti, upgraded to a full university in 2020 with focus on education, science and technology.
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#32
Ekiti State University
EKSU
Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti
Established 1982
Ekiti State University (EKSU) is the premier state university in Ekiti State, established in 1982. It offers diverse programmes across multiple disciplines.
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#33
Gombe State University
GSU
Gombe, Ekiti
Established 2004
Gombe State University (GSU) is a state-owned university established in 2004. It is located in Gombe and offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
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#34
Gombe State University of Science and Technology
GSUST
Kumo, Ekiti
Established 2017
Gombe State University of Science and Technology (GSUST) is a specialized state university established in 2017 focusing on science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
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#35
Kaduna State University
KASU
Kaduna, Ekiti
Established 2004
Kaduna State University is the premier state university in Kaduna State offering diverse undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
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#36
Nasarawa State University Keffi
NSUK
Keffi, Ekiti
Established 2002
Nasarawa State University Keffi (NSUK) is a state-owned university established in 2002. It is one of the leading state universities in Northern Nigeria with strong programmes in Law, Administration, Sciences and Social Sciences.
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#37
Shehu Shagari University of Education
SSUES
Sokoto, Ekiti
Established 2020
Shehu Shagari University of Education is a specialized state university focused on teacher training, educational research and development.
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#38
Sokoto State University
SSU
Sokoto, Ekiti
Established 2009
Sokoto State University (SSU) is a state-owned university established in 2009. It provides quality education with focus on academic excellence, research and community development.
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#39
University of Medical Sciences
UNIMED
Ondo, Ekiti
Established 2015
University of Medical Sciences (UNIMED) is a specialized state university established in 2015 dedicated to medical and health sciences education.
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Polytechnics offer OND and HND programmes accredited by the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE).
Federal teaching hospitals provide tertiary healthcare and clinical training for medical students, funded by the Federal Government.
State specialist hospitals are funded by the Ekiti State Government, providing specialist healthcare to residents.
Schools of Health Technology offer certificate programmes for CHEWs, health record officers and health technicians.
Frequently Asked Questions — Institutions in Ekiti
How many institutions are in Ekiti?
There are 43 accredited institutions in Ekiti as of 2026, across 5 categories — 39 universities, 1 polytechnic(s), 1 teaching hospital(s) and more.
How many universities are in Ekiti?
There are 39 universities in Ekiti as of 2026: Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) — Federal; Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) — Federal; Federal University Kashere (FUK) — Federal; Federal University Lafia (FULAFIA) — Federal; Federal University of Applied Sciences Kachia (FUASK) — Federal; Federal University of Education Zaria (FUEZ) — Federal; Federal University of Technology Akure (FUTA) — Federal; Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) — Federal; Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) — Federal; Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto (UDUSOK) — Federal; Achievers University (Achievers) — Private; Afe Babalola University Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD) — Private; Ave Maria University Piyanko (AMU) — Private; Bingham University (Bingham) — Private; Clifford University (CLU) — Private; College of Petroleum and Energy Studies (CPES) — Private; Elizade University (Elizade) — Private; Franco British International University (FBIU) — Private; Greenfield University (GFU) — Private; Hillside University of Science and Technology (HUST) — Private; Iconic Open University (IOU) — Private; Mewar International University Masaka (MIU) — Private; North-Eastern University (NEU) — Private; Northwest University Sokoto (NWU) — Private; Phoenix University Agwada (PUA) — Private; Rhema University (Rhema) — Private; Saisa University of Medical Sciences and Technology (SAISA) — Private; Venite University (Venite) — Private; Wesley University (Wesley) — Private; Adekunle Ajasin University (AAUA) — State; Bamidele Olumilua University of Education Science and Technology (BOUESTI) — State; Ekiti State University (EKSU) — State; Gombe State University (GSU) — State; Gombe State University of Science and Technology (GSUST) — State; Kaduna State University (KASU) — State; Nasarawa State University Keffi (NSUK) — State; Shehu Shagari University of Education (SSUES) — State; Sokoto State University (SSU) — State; University of Medical Sciences (UNIMED) — State. All accredited by NUC. See full university list →
What are the federal universities in Ekiti?
The federal universities in Ekiti are: Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT), Federal University Kashere (FUK), Federal University Lafia (FULAFIA), Federal University of Applied Sciences Kachia (FUASK), Federal University of Education Zaria (FUEZ), Federal University of Technology Akure (FUTA), Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA), Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto (UDUSOK). View all universities in Ekiti →
What are the private universities in Ekiti?
Private universities in Ekiti: Achievers University (Achievers), Afe Babalola University Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD), Ave Maria University Piyanko (AMU), Bingham University (Bingham), Clifford University (CLU), College of Petroleum and Energy Studies (CPES), Elizade University (Elizade), Franco British International University (FBIU), Greenfield University (GFU), Hillside University of Science and Technology (HUST), Iconic Open University (IOU), Mewar International University Masaka (MIU), North-Eastern University (NEU), Northwest University Sokoto (NWU), Phoenix University Agwada (PUA), Rhema University (Rhema), Saisa University of Medical Sciences and Technology (SAISA), Venite University (Venite), Wesley University (Wesley). All licensed by NUC.
What is the best university in Ekiti?
Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) is widely regarded as the best university in Ekiti, established in 1962. Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) is one of Nigeria's oldest and most prestigious universities, established in 1962. It is a leading research institution in West Africa....
What courses are offered by universities in Ekiti?
Universities in Ekiti offer Medicine & Surgery, Engineering, Law, Pharmacy, Sciences, Social Sciences, Arts & Humanities, Agriculture, Education, Business Administration, Architecture, Environmental Sciences and Information Technology — subject to NUC accreditation per institution. For example, Ahmadu Bello University offers: MBBS, LL.B, B.Engr, B.Sc (Various), B.A (Various) and more.
What are the university fees in Ekiti?
Fees vary by institution type. Federal universities charge lower government-subsidised fees. State universities charge fees set by the Ekiti State Government. Private universities charge higher fees. Example — Ahmadu Bello University: ABU school fees are relatively affordable for federal universities. Visit the portal for current fees.... Always confirm on each university's official portal.
What is the JAMB cut-off mark for universities in Ekiti?
Cut-off marks for universities in Ekiti: ABU: 180; AFIT: 160; FUK: 140; FULAFIA: 170; FUASK: 140; Check the JAMB official website for current cut-off marks.
What are the teaching hospitals in Ekiti?
Ekiti has 1 federal teaching hospital(s): Federal Teaching Hospital Ido-Ekiti. State specialist hospital(s): Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital. View teaching hospitals →
What are the polytechnics in Ekiti?
Ekiti has 1 polytechnic(s): Federal Polytechnic Ado-Ekiti (FEDPOLYADO). They offer OND and HND programmes (NBTE accredited). View all polytechnics →
What is the capital of Ekiti?
The capital of Ekiti is Ado-Ekiti. Most federal institutions in Ekiti are located in or near Ado-Ekiti. Learn more about Ekiti →
About Institutions in Ekiti
Ekiti is home to 43 accredited educational and health institutions as of 2026. The state's institutional landscape includes 39 degree-awarding universities, 1 polytechnic(s) offering OND and HND qualifications, and 1 federal teaching hospital(s).
All institutions are regulated by their respective bodies — universities by the NUC, polytechnics by the NBTE, colleges of education by the NCCE, and health institutions by the Federal Ministry of Health. Each card on this page links to a full detail page with courses, fees, cut-off marks, Post-UTME and admission requirements.
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